Banquet Kitchen: Commis I for Events & Plated Dinners

Delano; Dubai; On-site; AED 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Delano Dubai is seeking a Commis I to join the banquet culinary team. You will support preparation, plating and buffet setup for events, working with senior chefs to develop skills and ensure high standards.

The role emphasizes following recipes, portion controls, and presentation guidelines while maintaining a clean, compliant workstation and adhering to food safety practices. Availability for varied shifts is expected.

Qualifications

• A culinary qualification is an advantage.
• Previous experience as a Commis I or an experienced Commis II ready for the next step, ideally within hotel banquet operations.
• Culinary skills: solid food preparation, cooking techniques & kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and organise mise en place according to banquet menus, event requirements and your section's instructions.
• Assist with cooking, plating and buffet preparation under guidance of senior chefs.
• Follow recipes, portion guidelines and presentation standards to maintain quality.
• Support food preparation for meetings, weddings, receptions and other events.
• Keep workstation clean, organised and ready for service.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, temperature control and storage procedures.
• Label, date and store ingredients with stock rotation; communicate needs to supervisor.
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure smooth preparation and timely service; participate in training.

Skills

Culinary skills

Attention to detail

Team spirit

Organisation

Adaptability

Food safety

Willingness to learn

Allergen awareness

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Delano Dubai is seeking a Commis I to join the banquet culinary team. You will support preparation, plating and buffet setup for events, working with senior chefs to develop skills and ensure high standards.

The role emphasizes following recipes, portion controls, and presentation guidelines while maintaining a clean, compliant workstation and adhering to food safety practices. Availability for varied shifts is expected.